Senior Facilities Manager

Jones Lang LaSalle Americas, Inc.

Senior Facilities Manager overseeing pharmaceutical facility operations ensuring GMP compliance and operational excellence at JLL. Leading teams and managing complex infrastructure in critical environments.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeSouth San Francisco • California, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee the comprehensive facilities management operations across both GMP-compliant and non-GMP environments
Lead and mentor a team of facilities technicians and engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
Oversee daily operations of GMP and non-GMP facilities, ensuring all systems meet pharmaceutical industry standards and regulatory requirements including FDA, EMA, and other applicable guidelines
Manage preventive and corrective maintenance programs for critical utilities such as HVAC, clean rooms, compressed air systems, purified water systems, and building automation systems
Coordinate and oversee capital improvement projects, working with engineering teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with GMP standards
Conduct regular facility inspections and audits to identify risks, ensure compliance, and drive corrective actions when needed
Serve as the primary liaison between JLL and the pharmaceutical client, building strong relationships and ensuring service delivery exceeds expectations
Develop and manage the facilities budget, tracking expenditures, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and providing detailed financial reporting
Lead emergency response efforts and business continuity planning to minimize operational disruptions and protect critical production environments
Maintain comprehensive documentation including standard operating procedures, maintenance records, change controls, and validation protocols required for regulatory inspections

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, or related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 7 years of facilities management experience with at least 3 years in pharmaceutical, biotech, or similarly regulated environments
Demonstrated expertise in GMP regulations and their application to facilities operations, including experience supporting FDA or other regulatory inspections
Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, clean room operations, utilities management, and building automation systems in pharmaceutical settings
Proven leadership experience managing teams of technicians and engineers with the ability to develop talent and drive performance
Excellent project management skills with experience overseeing capital projects from conception through commissioning
Strong financial acumen including budget development, cost management, and vendor negotiation
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with clients, senior leadership, and cross-functional teams.

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

GMP regulationsHVAC systemsclean room operationsutilities managementbuilding automation systemspreventive maintenancecorrective maintenancecapital project managementfinancial reportingrisk management

Soft Skills

leadershipteam managementcommunicationproject managementrelationship buildingaccountabilitycontinuous improvementproblem-solvingnegotiationemergency response

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in EngineeringBachelor's degree in Facilities ManagementGMP certificationProject Management Professional (PMP)Certified Facilities Manager (CFM)Lean Six Sigma certificationOSHA certificationCertified Maintenance Manager (CMM)Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC)Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) certification